Answer:
Based on the historical background provided which two claim in this
As time was elapsing, Chase was becoming fluent in the futile language. He had no purpose in learning German but his parents harassed him into it. Sure, his family was German and they visited once a year but they always spoke English when they were there. The whole ordeal irked Chase but he couldn't let his persistent parents down, their wishes not being granted was lethal to Chase as he just wanted to please them. But he continued to be evasive to the task.
The phrase will function as an adjective.
